WHAT IT FEELS LIKE TO WIN AN OSCAR with Nat Faxon | Episode 38

This week, our dynamic trio—Paula Gerkin, Lana Brown, and Felicity Bramblebush—sit down with the multi-talented Nat Faxon. Known for his acting, writing, and directing prowess, Nat shares insights from his journey in the entertainment industry.In this episode, Nat opens up about his childhood in Manchester-by-the-Sea, where his love for comedy and performance first took root. He reminisces about his early days of making people laugh with impressions of his family members and creating rhyming limericks during summer vacations in Nantucket.Nat's path to Hollywood was anything but straightforward. He talks about his time at Hamilton College, where he majored in theater but found his real passion in comedy. His journey led him to the Groundlings Theatre in Los Angeles, where he honed his craft alongside now-famous friends like Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone.The conversation dives into Nat’s experiences in the industry, including his unexpected transition from acting to writing and directing. He shares stories from behind the scenes of his most iconic projects and the lessons he's learned along the way. The hosts also explore Nat's ability to maintain a laid-back, surfer vibe despite the pressures of Hollywood, revealing the relaxed confidence that has endeared him to audiences and peers alike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.